Why is Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Tortellini classified as moderately processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product falls into NOVA group 3 because it is made from several recognizable ingredients that are combined and cooked, without extensive industrial processing or added preservatives; the label reports zero additives.

How does the sugar and salt content in this tortellini affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With only 0.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the tortellini adds minimal glucose load, making it suitable for diabetes when portion‑controlled; the 0.49 g of salt is moderate but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should limit consumption.

Is Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Tortellini suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No. The product contains ricotta, mozzarella and extra‑mature Cheddar cheese (milk) and a free‑range egg, so it is not vegan. It also includes wheat semolina and flour, providing gluten, thus it is unsuitable for gluten‑free diets. At 26.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it exceeds typical keto limits.

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Tomato, Basill & Mozzarella Tortellini

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Tortellini belongs to the Cereals and potatoes group, offering a modest 7.4 g of protein and 1.8 g of fiber per 100 g while keeping sugars low at 0.6 g. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating it is a moderately processed ready‑to‑eat meal rather than heavily industrialised food. The product contains milk, gluten and egg allergens, provides moderate levels of fat (3 g) and salt (0.49 g), and is not suitable for vegan diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal166 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat1.7 g

Carbohydrates26.6 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average stuffed pastas, this tortellini has far lower sugar (0.6 g vs 9 g), less fat (3 g vs 6.94 g) and reduced salt (0.49 g vs 2.96 g), though its protein (7.4 g) is slightly below the typical 9.76 g per 100 g.

Ingredients

Durum wheat semolina, ricotta cheese (milk) (19%), water, wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), tomato paste (5%), pasteurised free range egg (3%), mozzarella cheese (milk) (3%), passata (3%), extra mature Cheddar cheese (milk), basil (1.5%), full fat soft cheese (milk), sea salt, yeast, garlic purée, parsley, salt

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